The Vancouver based ILSC group (www.ilsc.com) has announced that it has reached agreement to purchase the Australian schools of Pacific Gateway International College. The Agreement is subject to normal due diligence and documentation, scheduled to be completed by the end of November.
The ILSC Group operates campuses of International Language Schools of Canada (ILSC) in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal,San Francisco and New Delhi as well as Greystone College of Business and Technology in Vancouver, Toronto and New Delhi.
Pacific Gateway operates three English Language Schools in Canada as well as two schools in Brisbane and Sydney,Australia.
“Through this acquisition, ILSC, which attracts over 10,000 International students per year to its campuses in Canada,intends to increase the scope of its unique, student‐centered approach and wide diversity of programs by offering transformative learning experiences to students wanting to study In Australia.” said Paul Zysman, ILSC’s President and founder when asked why this acquisition was important to the company. “ILSC’s mission,” he continued, “is to provide
world‐class education. ILSC’s humanist approach to education is supported and enriched by its dedicated and talented teaching and administrative staff.”
The Pacific Gateway Australian schools were seen as an ideal choice given their reputation in the market, and their strong commitment to quality and focus on the communicative abilities of their students. ILSC’s student‐centered delivery and wide diversity of courseware will enhance the already well received programs at Pacific Gateway Australia.
Once the transaction is complete, the Australian Pacific Gateway schools will begin to offer ILSC programs, expanding to embrace the ILSC educational model. Linda Moore, ILSC’s Academic Director described the proposed transition: “The feeling of community and connection that is apparent in the Australian schools will be maintained. The two companies have been working in parallel streams over many years, with thousands of satisfied students who have achieved their goals. We are
confident that the integration will add value to our educational programs, with enriched opportunities for all. Where there are differences, we intend to blend to further enhance our services.”
http://www.ilsc.com/pdf/ILSC_AUS-Communication_Release_Nov5_2010.pdf
Monday, February 7, 2011
UNE partners with CME to offer IELTS preparation
The Centre for Macquarie English (CME) at Macquarie University is to supply online IELTS preparation for the University of New England (UNE). An agreement was signed between the two institutions in early January 2011 to seal the partnership.
UNE is launching an upgraded English language support program in 2011 for its international students, to help them achieve high levels of English proficiency on graduation, thus enhancing their employability.
The Centre for Macquarie English (CME) at Macquarie University is a leading developer of online English language courses, and now the high quality of its web-based preparation modules for the IELTS Test has been recognised by a fellow NSW University - UNE.
Dr. Vernon Crew, Director of UNE’s English Language and International Services, selected CME’s IELTS Master 90-day online course as it offers over 100 hours of comprehensive preparation in all the skills, hundreds of interactive activities, listening and self-recording functions, practice tests and sample answers.
Dr. Crew said “I felt that CME’s IELTS Master offered the best all round quality preparation for IELTS and will be a valuable addition to our face-to-face language support”. CME’s IELTS Master will give UNE’s international students a thorough understanding of the language requirements of this rigorous and internationally-recognised proficiency test.
Mr. David Wright, Managing Director of Access MQ said “We are pleased to have UNE recognise CME’s IELTS Online as a leading IELTS preparation program.”
The first cohorts of UNE students are expected to begin CME’s IELTS Master mid-year, with up to 200 students taking the course annually.
UNE’s English Language Centre staff look forward to a productive partnership with CME in supporting UNE’s students as they work towards their professional goals.
http://blog.une.edu.au/news/2011/02/07/une-partners-with-cme-to-offer-ielts-preparation/
UNE is launching an upgraded English language support program in 2011 for its international students, to help them achieve high levels of English proficiency on graduation, thus enhancing their employability.
The Centre for Macquarie English (CME) at Macquarie University is a leading developer of online English language courses, and now the high quality of its web-based preparation modules for the IELTS Test has been recognised by a fellow NSW University - UNE.
Dr. Vernon Crew, Director of UNE’s English Language and International Services, selected CME’s IELTS Master 90-day online course as it offers over 100 hours of comprehensive preparation in all the skills, hundreds of interactive activities, listening and self-recording functions, practice tests and sample answers.
Dr. Crew said “I felt that CME’s IELTS Master offered the best all round quality preparation for IELTS and will be a valuable addition to our face-to-face language support”. CME’s IELTS Master will give UNE’s international students a thorough understanding of the language requirements of this rigorous and internationally-recognised proficiency test.
Mr. David Wright, Managing Director of Access MQ said “We are pleased to have UNE recognise CME’s IELTS Online as a leading IELTS preparation program.”
The first cohorts of UNE students are expected to begin CME’s IELTS Master mid-year, with up to 200 students taking the course annually.
UNE’s English Language Centre staff look forward to a productive partnership with CME in supporting UNE’s students as they work towards their professional goals.
http://blog.une.edu.au/news/2011/02/07/une-partners-with-cme-to-offer-ielts-preparation/
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